CHINA Pair of baluster-shaped vases on adjoining square bronze and brass bases resting on four feet. Decorated in polychrome cloisonné enamels with peonies, chrysanthemums, flowering branches, butterflies and dragonflies on a turquoise-blue background and, on the shoulder, a frieze of flowering scrolls on a black background. Late 19th century. H. 29.4 cm - Width 17 cm. Accents and missing enamel, particularly around one of the bases.